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Collage image: Left side shows a colorful, chunky knit scarf with a checkered pattern. Right side features a person wearing the same plaid crochet scarf, smiling and dressed in a denim jacket with hair styled in curls. Background includes various decor items. -Marly Bird
07/01/24 • •

DIY Plaid Crochet Scarf: Free Pattern & Video Tutorial

A person smiling broadly, wearing a colorful knit-look crochet hat with a pastel pom-pom. They are indoors with a blurred background that includes furniture and bright light from a window. The person is touching the hat with one hand and has a happy expression. -Marly Bird
06/29/24 • •

Knit-Look with a Crochet Hook – Free Pattern

A hand with red-painted nails holds an orange swatch showcasing the drop stitch cable pattern. Text reads, "How to Knit: Drop Stitch Cable Pattern," with vibrant yarn in purple, teal, and orange in the background. An arrow points to the intricate knit design. -Marly Bird
06/27/24 • •

How to Knit Openwork Lace – Easy Drop Stitch Cable Pattern

06/05/24 • •

FREE Mosaic Crochet Blanket Pattern

A collage of images features a crochet pattern for a yellow and green tree frog with a pink tongue. The frog is showcased hanging on branches and lying on grass. Text overlaid reads "Leap the Tree Frog Stuffie Crochet Pattern. -Marly Bird
05/20/24 • •

Leggy Frog Crochet Pattern – Leap the Tree Frog Stuffie

A man and a young boy, both smiling and wearing matching knitted sweaters, are pictured. Text overlay reads "Father's Day, 47+ Free Knit & Crochet Patterns." The image suggests a family-oriented crafting activity with free Father's Day projects. -Marly Bird
05/19/24 • •

Crochet and Knit 47 Free Father’s Day Projects

05/01/24 • •

Most Common Knitting Abbreviations & Definitions

Over 25 Knitting and Crochet Patterns to celebrate cinco de mayo - Marly Bird - image is of 4 pieces featured in the article.
05/01/24 • •

Knitting and Crochet Patterns for Cinco de Mayo

A smiling woman with curly updo hair, wearing glasses, beams as she models the You Are Valued Crochet Cardigan in a vivid blue, showcasing the crochet texture against a cozy home backdrop - You Are Valued Crochet Cocoon Cardigan Marly Bird.
04/23/24 • •

Discover Cozy Crafting with Marly Bird’s “You Are Valued” Crochet Cocoon Cardigan

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Knitting & Crochet Patterns for Every Mood
A colorful illustration of a white rabbit with a unicorn horn, nestled among multi-colored leaves arranged like a fan behind it, projects every mood of peacefulness and whimsy. -Marly Bird

Social Butterfly

Frustration-free projects that you can easily work on in public areas

A cartoon image of a joyful chicken, sitting comfortably in a green armchair, knitting happily with blue yarn, surrounded by pink and white flowers, looking for DIY project ideas. -Marly Bird

Netflix & Chill

Simple projects for when you want to relax and zone out

A whimsical illustration of a white chicken adorned with pink flowers and light pink butterflies, featuring flowing tail feathers and a playful pose, all set against a simple white background, perfect for mood-based projects. -Marly Bird

Smooth Jazz

Projects that require a bit more intense focus (but music is nice!)

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Shhh Be Quiet!

Advanced projects requiring deep focus (but a big payoff, too!)